LGBT & Gay Brighton

Brighton & Hove is proud to be a friendly and welcoming city which encourages a large number of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender visitors.

You'll find that the whole city is LGBT friendly but if you are looking for gay Brighton then you’ll discover that Kemptown is the bustling heart of the LGBT community, with a relaxed village feel. Here you will find boutique hotels, elegant eateries, delicious delis and lifestyle shops as well as pubs and bars.

Brighton Pride

Brighton Pride is one of the biggest Pride festivals in the UK attracting approximately 160,000 visitors to the annual parade and party in Preston Park. The festival also includes an arts and film festival; dog show and village party. It’s not all fun and frivolity as Brighton Pride is a Pride with Purpose – to raise funds and awareness supporting local charities and community organisations. To find out more see the official Brighton Pride website.

Trans Pride

People often talk about Gay Brighton but the city is proud to be welcoming to the whole LGBT community and every summer we have a Trans Pride Festival – putting the ‘T’ first. Trans Pride aims to eliminate discrimination by promoting equality and diversity through visibility. The July festival includes a march and a party in a park. For more details visit the Trans Pride website

LGBT Nightlife

The majority of LGBT bars and Gay Brighton clubs are in Kemptown and no matter what day of the week you are visiting you will find a bar with a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Weddings

If you are planning to say ‘I Do’ then Brighton & Hove has a wide variety of LGBT friendly wedding venues including hotels and iconic attractions such as The Royal Pavilion, Brighton Palace Pier and British Airways i360.

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